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2 children, 2 teens among 5 shot outside West Philly rec center
Philadelphia police are searching for multiple suspects in the shooting outside Christy Rec Center in West Philly that injured five people.
Phillies acquire hard-throwing closer Jhoan Duran in trade with Twins
The Philadelphia Phillies acquired hard-throwing closer Jhoan Duran in a trade with the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday to upgrade their bullpen.
Smarty Jones, racehorse from Chester County, to be added to Hall of Fame
Smarty Jones, the racehorse from Chester County, Pennsylvania, is being inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame this week.
Severe storms Thursday in Philly region to bring heavy rain, damaging winds
The Philadelphia region will be under a NEXT Weather Alert on Thursday due to the threat of heavy rain that can cause flooding and damaging winds.
Hearing set after Prospect asks judge to "abandon" 2 shuttered Delco hospitals
Prospect says offers by outside parties to purchase the closed hospitals are far below the liabilities on the properties.
Vargas, Quero hit a 3-run homers as White Sox knock off Phillies
Colson Montgomery and Kyle Teel also went deep as last-place the Sox won the rain-delayed rubber game of the three-game series.
Cases of hand, foot and mouth disease are growing throughout the Philadelphia region
Hand, foot and mouth disease is making the rounds through the Philadelphia region. Here's what to watch out for.
Plan unveiled for Philadelphia statue honoring pioneer Sadie T.M. Alexander
A statue of Sadie T.M. Alexander, the first Black woman to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania's law school, is planned for Philadelphia.
Shapiro joins lawsuit against Trump administration's attempt to defund Planned Parenthood
Several Democratic-led states have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's effort to cut funding for Planned Parenthood.
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Pennsylvania-bred Smarty Jones set to join Hall of Fame 21 years after nearly winning Triple Crown
Smarty Jones, the racehorse born in Chester County, Pennsylvania, is set to be inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame this week. Owner Pat Chapman said the milestone brings a sense of closure.
Tracking severe storms in Philadelphia region on Thursday
Bill Kelly says Thursday in the Philadelphia region will be a NEXT Weather Alert Day due to the threat of severe storms.
West Philadelphia neighborhood shaken by shooting outside rec center that injured 5
The shooting outside the Christy Rec Center in West Philadelphia happened days after a violent weekend in the city.
PECO launches $10 million Customer Relief Fund, offers one-time $500 grants to qualifying customers
PECO has announced a $10 million Customer Assistance Fund to help customers struggling to pay their electric bills across southeastern Pennsylvania. The initiative is funded by Exelon, the utility’s parent company. Beginning Aug. 4, the new program will offer one-time, $500 grants to qualifying households.
Parts of Kelly Drive will be closing overnight for nearly all of of August to resurface roads
Parts of Kelly Drive will be closed overnight for nearly all of August. PennDOT said it needs to resurface the road. Either the stretch between Ridge Avenue and Fountain Green Drive or the stretch between Strawberry Mansion Drive and 25th Street. There will be detours. The closures are from 8 p.m. until 6 a.m. They start Monday, August 4, and last through Friday, August 29.
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Severe storms Thursday in Philly region to bring heavy rain, damaging winds
The Philadelphia region will be under a NEXT Weather Alert on Thursday due to the threat of heavy rain that can cause flooding and damaging winds.
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Cases of hand, foot and mouth disease are growing throughout the Philadelphia region
Hand, foot and mouth disease is making the rounds through the Philadelphia region. Here's what to watch out for.
Hearing set after Prospect asks judge to "abandon" 2 shuttered Delco hospitals
Prospect says offers by outside parties to purchase the closed hospitals are far below the liabilities on the properties.
Firefighters have higher rates of death from several forms of cancer, study says
Previous research showed they have an increased risk of mesothelioma and bladder cancer, but that's not all, according to a new study.
CU Buffs Coach Prime gets emotional while revealing bladder cancer diagnosis
Head Colorado Buffaloes football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis for the first time on Monday morning.
ChristianaCare opens new micro-hospital in Chester County, filling gap in health care
A new micro-hospital is opening in Chester County in August, bringing emergency medical care back to a community that's gone without it for years.
Robert Chelsea, first Black patient to receive a full face transplant, shares his story
Robert Chelsea was at the Willingboro Library and shared his story of being the oldest and first Black patient to receive a full face transplant.
Philadelphia camp shows kids how to prepare and enjoy healthy foods
A summer camp in Philadelphia is helping students learn about healthy cooking and eating.
Teen receives life-changing care at CHOP for rare congenital condition
A 17-year-old from the Middle East is being celebrated for her resilience and bravery after enduring over 20 surgeries for a rare congenital condition called Goldenhar Syndrome.
Bucks County town spraying mosquitoes to curb West Nile virus spread
Efforts to battle mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus in Pennsylvania continue this week as the Bucks County Department of Health plans to spray multiple areas in Lower Makefield Township.
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Vargas, Quero hit a 3-run homers as White Sox knock off Phillies
Colson Montgomery and Kyle Teel also went deep as last-place the Sox won the rain-delayed rubber game of the three-game series.
Phillies acquire hard-throwing closer Jhoan Duran in trade with Twins
The Philadelphia Phillies acquired hard-throwing closer Jhoan Duran in a trade with the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday to upgrade their bullpen.
Kyle Schwarber and Jesus Luzardo help Phillies beat White Sox
The White Sox scored three times in the ninth against Daniel Robert.
Luis Robert Jr., Jhoan Duran among targets for Phillies at MLB trade deadline
The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to be active at the 2025 MLB trade deadline. Here's a list of players they could target.
Full pads, scorching heat and a new Jalen-ism drops at Eagles training camp
The Philadelphia Eagles moved up the start of Tuesday's practice due to extreme heat — and a new Jalen-ism dropped.
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Gospel karaoke brings community and praise to Camden streets
In Camden, New Jersey, a growing monthly event is reimagining karaoke with a faith-filled twist, and people are taking notice.
78-year-old seamstress shop gets storefront makeover after city grant
Garris Fabrics & Fashion is one of the first businesses to complete a storefront improvement initiative led by the city and a nonprofit.
Philly designer builds queer activewear brand that's all about belonging
When Andrew Hall created his activewear brand "&ndy," he wasn't just designing clothes; he was building a space of visibility and inclusivity.
Beloved Horsham cashier rings up last customer after 61 years at ACME
After more than six decades of service, Rich Czerwonka rang up his last customer at ACME on the same day he turned 85.
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Gallen of Questions
Deep diving into the Philadelphia Eagles with Brandon Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation
On this week's Gallen of Questions, Brandon Gowton, of Bleeding Green Nation, joins Pat Gallen to discuss all things Philadelphia Eagles as training camp is underway.
SNY on-air analyst Hannah Keyser joins a Gallen of Questions
MLB fans will want to tune in for this one. Hannah Keyser, on-air analyst for SportsNet New York and writer of "The Bandwagon" newsletter, is talking all things baseball with our Pat Gallen this week on Gallen of Questions.
What’s next for Eagles legend Brandon Graham after retirement?
Eagles legend Brandon Graham retired after 15 NFL seasons and two Super Bowls with Philadelphia, but have we seen the last of BG? Graham joins Pat Gallen on this episode of Gallen of Questions.
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2 children, 2 teens among 5 shot outside West Philly rec center
Philadelphia police are searching for multiple suspects in the shooting outside Christy Rec Center in West Philly that injured five people.
Phillies acquire hard-throwing closer Jhoan Duran in trade with Twins
The Philadelphia Phillies acquired hard-throwing closer Jhoan Duran in a trade with the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday to upgrade their bullpen.
Smarty Jones, racehorse from Chester County, to be added to Hall of Fame
Smarty Jones, the racehorse from Chester County, Pennsylvania, is being inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame this week.
Severe storms Thursday in Philly region to bring heavy rain, damaging winds
The Philadelphia region will be under a NEXT Weather Alert on Thursday due to the threat of heavy rain that can cause flooding and damaging winds.
Hearing set after Prospect asks judge to "abandon" 2 shuttered Delco hospitals
Prospect says offers by outside parties to purchase the closed hospitals are far below the liabilities on the properties.
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Smarty Jones, racehorse from Chester County, to be added to Hall of Fame
Smarty Jones, the racehorse from Chester County, Pennsylvania, is being inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame this week.
Cases of hand, foot and mouth disease are growing throughout the Philadelphia region
Hand, foot and mouth disease is making the rounds through the Philadelphia region. Here's what to watch out for.
Plan unveiled for Philadelphia statue honoring pioneer Sadie T.M. Alexander
A statue of Sadie T.M. Alexander, the first Black woman to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania's law school, is planned for Philadelphia.
Shapiro joins lawsuit against Trump administration's attempt to defund Planned Parenthood
Several Democratic-led states have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's effort to cut funding for Planned Parenthood.
2 children, 2 teens among 5 shot outside West Philly rec center
Philadelphia police are searching for multiple suspects in the shooting outside Christy Rec Center in West Philly that injured five people.
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Families are on high alert after burglaries in Ewing Township: "Just feel real violated"
Home security video obtained by CBS News Philadelphia showed a thief in the act trying to break into a car in Ewing Township, New Jersey.
N.J. State Police detective shoots, kills man in Berlin Township, AG's office says
A New Jersey State Police detective shot and killed a man in Berlin Township Tuesday, the attorney general's office said.
Firefighters have higher rates of death from several forms of cancer, study says
Previous research showed they have an increased risk of mesothelioma and bladder cancer, but that's not all, according to a new study.
Backup, lane closures on NJ Turnpike after hole opens up on bridge
Crews are performing emergency repairs on a section of the New Jersey Turnpike after a hole appeared in a bridge deck.
Washington Township police searching for armed robbery suspects
A couple was robbed at gunpoint outside a home in the Crofton Run development in Washington Township, Gloucester County.
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13-year-old threatens man with flare gun, tries to steal van in New Castle, police say
A 13-year-old boy was arrested after trying to steal a Ford Transit van from an elementary school in New Castle, Delaware, on Tuesday.
Savannah Bananas, Dave Matthews Band, more things to do in Philly this weekend
Weather aside, this weekend is going to be a hot one, Philly! Here's what's happening around the Philadelphia region this weekend.
Family, friends remember veteran Ray Firmani, a Delaware hometown hero
A WWII veteran, Ray Firmani, died this week at 103. Here is how the Delaware hometown hero is being remembered.
Picture-perfect summer days expected in Philadelphia this week
Some of the nicest days of the summer so far are in the forecast for Philadelphia this week.
Mostly sunny Sunday with an isolated shower or storm in the Philly region
Sunday will give us mixed skies with a trend for much more sunshine than Saturday. We cannot rule out an additional shower or rumble.
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Cases of hand, foot and mouth disease are growing throughout the Philadelphia region
Hand, foot and mouth disease is making the rounds through the Philadelphia region. Here's what to watch out for.
Hearing set after Prospect asks judge to "abandon" 2 shuttered Delco hospitals
Prospect says offers by outside parties to purchase the closed hospitals are far below the liabilities on the properties.
Firefighters have higher rates of death from several forms of cancer, study says
Previous research showed they have an increased risk of mesothelioma and bladder cancer, but that's not all, according to a new study.
CU Buffs Coach Prime gets emotional while revealing bladder cancer diagnosis
Head Colorado Buffaloes football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis for the first time on Monday morning.
ChristianaCare opens new micro-hospital in Chester County, filling gap in health care
A new micro-hospital is opening in Chester County in August, bringing emergency medical care back to a community that's gone without it for years.
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Rising beef prices could push up cost of Philly cheesesteaks, Jim's president says
Rising beef prices are putting pressure on cheesesteak shops in Philadelphia.
Atlantic City's Soar & Shore Festival 2025 brings crowds and excitement for practice day
Tuesday was practice day for the Soar & Shore Festival's Airshow, which is back for the first time since 2023.
Glassboro High School students learn to make their dreams a reality with farm stand
A group of hardworking Glassboro High School students learn how to make their dreams a reality with Seeds to Success Farm Stand.
Businesses hope Barefoot Country Music Festival sets the tone for busy summer
Wildwood businesses hope a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around after a few rainy weekends.
Former workers at World Cafe Live allege unfair treatment, late paychecks
Former World Cafe Live employees say the venue is mismanaged and their paychecks were late. The CEO says it all stems from miscommunication.
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Backup, lane closures on NJ Turnpike after hole opens up on bridge
Crews are performing emergency repairs on a section of the New Jersey Turnpike after a hole appeared in a bridge deck.
SEPTA begins warning riders a month out from significant service cuts
SEPTA has begun warning riders with signs at various bus stops across Philadelphia that discontinued service will take effect on Aug. 24 if its budget shortfall remains.
Ruptured gas line creates traffic headache on Black Horse Pike in Washington Township
As of 4 p.m., only one southbound lane on Black Horse Pike is open after an 8-inch gas line ruptured near Whitman Drive in Washington Township.
Service resumes on SEPTA's Paoli/Thorndale line after train fire
A SEPTA employee is being treated for smoke inhalation after a Regional Rail train caught on fire at Paoli Station in Chester County.
PPA starts issuing tickets for blocking bike lanes, volunteer group assists
Since July 8, the Philadelphia Parking Authority has issued 59 citations on Spruce Street and 36 on Pine Street for cars blocking bike lanes.
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Vargas, Quero hit a 3-run homers as White Sox knock off Phillies
Colson Montgomery and Kyle Teel also went deep as last-place the Sox won the rain-delayed rubber game of the three-game series.
Phillies acquire hard-throwing closer Jhoan Duran in trade with Twins
The Philadelphia Phillies acquired hard-throwing closer Jhoan Duran in a trade with the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday to upgrade their bullpen.
Kyle Schwarber and Jesus Luzardo help Phillies beat White Sox
The White Sox scored three times in the ninth against Daniel Robert.
Luis Robert Jr., Jhoan Duran among targets for Phillies at MLB trade deadline
The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to be active at the 2025 MLB trade deadline. Here's a list of players they could target.
Full pads, scorching heat and a new Jalen-ism drops at Eagles training camp
The Philadelphia Eagles moved up the start of Tuesday's practice due to extreme heat — and a new Jalen-ism dropped.
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Love is Blind casting "brave, open-minded" singles in Philadelphia
Production company Kinetic Content is casting single men and women in Philadelphia for the Netflix show "Love is Blind."
Family, fans bid farewell to Ozzy Osbourne at U.K. funeral procession
A funeral procession for legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne in Birmingham, England, gave fans a chance to pay their respects.
City renames street after legendary singer, Philly native Teddy Pendergrass
It was a celebratory Saturday as Philadelphia officially announced that the 400 block of South Broad Street is now also named "Teddy Pendergrass Way."
Diplo happy to be back in Philly for 5K: "This is my city"
Temple University graduate and three-time Grammy winner Diplo caught up with CBS News Philadelphia at his Diplo Run Club 5K.
Savannah Bananas, Dave Matthews Band, more things to do in Philly this weekend
Weather aside, this weekend is going to be a hot one, Philly! Here's what's happening around the Philadelphia region this weekend.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
Focusing on the Future
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Philadelphia school district helping mold future trade workers with 5-day CTE camp
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
"Girl Talk" mentoring program tackles bullying, creates safe space for Philadelphia girls
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
High school graduate paving the way for a future in nursing
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
Philly seniors fulfill one wish before graduation – to save their sports teams
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
East Norriton students hold cleanup event for environment
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
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Pennsylvania-bred Smarty Jones set to join Hall of Fame 21 years after nearly winning Triple Crown
Smarty Jones, the racehorse born in Chester County, Pennsylvania, is set to be inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame this week. Owner Pat Chapman said the milestone brings a sense of closure.
Tracking severe storms in Philadelphia region on Thursday
Bill Kelly says Thursday in the Philadelphia region will be a NEXT Weather Alert Day due to the threat of severe storms.
West Philadelphia neighborhood shaken by shooting outside rec center that injured 5
The shooting outside the Christy Rec Center in West Philadelphia happened days after a violent weekend in the city.
PECO launches $10 million Customer Relief Fund, offers one-time $500 grants to qualifying customers
PECO has announced a $10 million Customer Assistance Fund to help customers struggling to pay their electric bills across southeastern Pennsylvania. The initiative is funded by Exelon, the utility’s parent company. Beginning Aug. 4, the new program will offer one-time, $500 grants to qualifying households.
Parts of Kelly Drive will be closing overnight for nearly all of of August to resurface roads
Parts of Kelly Drive will be closed overnight for nearly all of August. PennDOT said it needs to resurface the road. Either the stretch between Ridge Avenue and Fountain Green Drive or the stretch between Strawberry Mansion Drive and 25th Street. There will be detours. The closures are from 8 p.m. until 6 a.m. They start Monday, August 4, and last through Friday, August 29.